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Family Fun Night: Make & Take Christmas Ornaments

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, All Ages
North Shelby
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Children's Department Activity Room
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Gather your family and join us at the library for some festive fun with our Make & Take Christmas ornaments! Make an ornament for our Christmas tree and another for yours! We will provide the supplies, space, and instructions. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food at Library Programs

The Library is aware that reaction of individuals to food allergies may result in serious medical conditions and reminds all persons with food allergies that:

  • From time to time, food is served during library programs.
  • If a library program includes food, it will be noted in the event description.
  • Food packaging will be available for individuals to inspect for allergens.
  • Persons with food allergies are responsible for monitoring food served by the library.
  • Responsibility for monitoring minors rests with the parent/guardian/caregiver.
  • Some library programs will require an allergy waiver be signed before patrons can participate.

Mt Laurel Tween Ornaments

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens
Mt Laurel
Registration
Library Branch: Mt Laurel
Room: Ann Price Activity Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Chris Cruz will lead our tweens in designing a holiday ornament.

Registration required. Do not register younger children.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
North Shelby
Registration
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join the adventure as you and your friends play through an epic game of Dungeons and Dragons. There will be an overarching story for the month, but the dungeons masters will be thrilled to have anyone jump in each week.

Disclaimer(s)

Food at Library Programs

The Library is aware that reaction of individuals to food allergies may result in serious medical conditions and reminds all persons with food allergies that:

  • From time to time, food is served during library programs.
  • If a library program includes food, it will be noted in the event description.
  • Food packaging will be available for individuals to inspect for allergens.
  • Persons with food allergies are responsible for monitoring food served by the library.
  • Responsibility for monitoring minors rests with the parent/guardian/caregiver.
  • Some library programs will require an allergy waiver be signed before patrons can participate.

Jan the Science Lady - Superhero Science!

10:30am - 11:30am
Children, All Ages
North Shelby
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join The Science Lady of Dynamic Education Adventures for a fun STEM-filled adventure!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Tech Tuesday

3:15pm - 4:15pm
Children, All Ages
North Shelby
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Children's Department Activity Room
Age Group: Children, All Ages

Tech Tuesday

No Registration. All ages.

Join us every Tuesday afternoon any time between 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm outside the Children’s Department for our weekly drop in tech-based activity.

Language Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
North Shelby
Registration
Library Branch: North Shelby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Practice and learn languages with like-minded individuals who all have the same goal of improving their language education.

Storytime with Miss Kat

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
North Shelby
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Children's Department Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 0-5, but all ages welcome. No registration.

 Stories, songs, and fun make up a lively one hour program.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

NSL Reads Book Club

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults
North Shelby
Registration
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

NSL Book Club

MEET: Every 3rd Thursday 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

WHERE: Classroom upstairs & via Zoom 

REGISTRATION: Registration required only if you are meeting via Zoom - please include email upon registration so you can receive the Zoom invitation.

For more information: NSL Book Club Page

Check out our bookshelf at GoodReads

Event Details:

Please check out the NSL Book Club page to see what we are reading this month.

Mt Laurel Ukulele Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Mt Laurel
Library Branch: Mt Laurel
Room: Ann Price Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A story program ideal for 19-36 months and a caregiver. Stories, songs, and bubbles make up a lively 30-minute program designed especially for short attention spans. Siblings welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Mt Laurel Gingerbread House

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, All Ages
Mt Laurel
Registration
Library Branch: Mt Laurel
Room: Ann Price Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, All Ages
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Registration required. All ages. Children will ned the help of an adult.


Come and decorate a gingerbread house! Register and come anytime between 2 and 4 pm.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food at Library Programs

The Library is aware that reaction of individuals to food allergies may result in serious medical conditions and reminds all persons with food allergies that:

  • From time to time, food is served during library programs.
  • If a library program includes food, it will be noted in the event description.
  • Food packaging will be available for individuals to inspect for allergens.
  • Persons with food allergies are responsible for monitoring food served by the library.
  • Responsibility for monitoring minors rests with the parent/guardian/caregiver.
  • Some library programs will require an allergy waiver be signed before patrons can participate.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
North Shelby
Registration
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join the adventure as you and your friends play through an epic game of Dungeons and Dragons. There will be an overarching story for the month, but the dungeons masters will be thrilled to have anyone jump in each week.

Disclaimer(s)

Food at Library Programs

The Library is aware that reaction of individuals to food allergies may result in serious medical conditions and reminds all persons with food allergies that:

  • From time to time, food is served during library programs.
  • If a library program includes food, it will be noted in the event description.
  • Food packaging will be available for individuals to inspect for allergens.
  • Persons with food allergies are responsible for monitoring food served by the library.
  • Responsibility for monitoring minors rests with the parent/guardian/caregiver.
  • Some library programs will require an allergy waiver be signed before patrons can participate.

Libraries Closed

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel, Online, Off Site
Description:

The North Shelby Library and the Mt Laurel Library will be closed for a Christmas break. We will resume regular hours on Dec 27.

Libraries Closed

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel, Online, Off Site
Description:

The North Shelby Library and Mt Laurel Library will be closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Regular hours will resume on January 2. 

Spanish Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
North Shelby
Registration
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Children's Department Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Registration required. For school age kids and teens.

Family Fun Nights: Game Night!

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, All Ages
North Shelby
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Children's Department Activity Room
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

For children and their families.  No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food at Library Programs

The Library is aware that reaction of individuals to food allergies may result in serious medical conditions and reminds all persons with food allergies that:

  • From time to time, food is served during library programs.
  • If a library program includes food, it will be noted in the event description.
  • Food packaging will be available for individuals to inspect for allergens.
  • Persons with food allergies are responsible for monitoring food served by the library.
  • Responsibility for monitoring minors rests with the parent/guardian/caregiver.
  • Some library programs will require an allergy waiver be signed before patrons can participate.

Mt Laurel Ukulele Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Mt Laurel
Library Branch: Mt Laurel
Room: Ann Price Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A story program ideal for 19-36 months and a caregiver. Stories, songs, and bubbles make up a lively 30-minute program designed especially for short attention spans. Siblings welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

La Hora del Cuento

10:30am - 11:30am
Children, All Ages
North Shelby
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Children's Department Activity Room
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Storytime

La Hora del Cuento

Todas las edades. No se require registro.

Ven con tu familia a escuchar cuentos, cantar y divertirnos en español! Este evento es para niños de todas las edades. Niños menores de 12 años deben estar acompañados de sus padres. Los esperamos!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Friends of North Shelby Library Board Meeting

2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Shelby
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Classroom

Spring Butterflies with Chris Cruz Designs

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
North Shelby
Registration
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join us for another creative and fun mixed media program with local artist Chris Cruz! 

Language Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
North Shelby
Registration
Library Branch: North Shelby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Practice and learn languages with like-minded individuals who all have the same goal of improving their language education.

NSL Reads Book Club

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults
North Shelby
Registration
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

NSL Book Club

MEET: Every 3rd Thursday 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

WHERE: Classroom upstairs & via Zoom 

REGISTRATION: Registration required only if you are meeting via Zoom - please include email upon registration so you can receive the Zoom invitation.

For more information: NSL Book Club Page

Check out our bookshelf at GoodReads

Event Details:

Please check out the NSL Book Club page to see what we are reading this month.

Thursday Family Fun Nights: Playdough Night

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, All Ages
North Shelby
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Children's Department Activity Room
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Gather your family and join us at the library to have some fun with play dough! We will provide the supplies, space, and instructions. Activities will vary each week and are sure to be an enjoyable bonding experience for your family!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food at Library Programs

The Library is aware that reaction of individuals to food allergies may result in serious medical conditions and reminds all persons with food allergies that:

  • From time to time, food is served during library programs.
  • If a library program includes food, it will be noted in the event description.
  • Food packaging will be available for individuals to inspect for allergens.
  • Persons with food allergies are responsible for monitoring food served by the library.
  • Responsibility for monitoring minors rests with the parent/guardian/caregiver.
  • Some library programs will require an allergy waiver be signed before patrons can participate.

Mt Laurel Ukulele Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Mt Laurel
Library Branch: Mt Laurel
Room: Ann Price Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A story program ideal for 19-36 months and a caregiver. Stories, songs, and bubbles make up a lively 30-minute program designed especially for short attention spans. Siblings welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Language Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
North Shelby
Registration
Library Branch: North Shelby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Practice and learn languages with like-minded individuals who all have the same goal of improving their language education.